Defrosting The Appliance - Pelgrim OVG260 Manual

DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE

DEFROSTING A CONVENTIONAL FREEZER
• Defrost the freezer when an approximately 3-5 milimeter layer of of frost or ice has built up.
• 24 hours before defrosting, activate the super freeze function to additionally cool the
food (see section »Freezing Process«).
After this period, remove the food from the freezer and protect them from defrosting.
• Switch off the appliance (see chapter Switching the appliance on/off ) and unplug the
power cord.
• Do not use any defrosting sprays as they may melt the plastic parts or harm your health.
• Do not use a knife or any other sharp object to remove the frost, because you may
damage a pipe of the cooling system.
• To speed up the defrosting process, place a pot of hot water on the glass shelf.
• Clean and dry the appliance interior (see Cleaning the Appliance).
• It is also advisable to empty the condensate tray on the bottom of the appliance.
• Before placing the food into the freezer, switch on the appliance and rotate termostat
knob back to the desired setting.
- Remove the cabinet kickplate.
- Reach into the openings on the
switchboard and release the latch.
- Pull the plate towards you and remove it.
- Remove the condensate tray and empty
it.
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